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There are several reasons: first of all, hygene was improving at the turn of the century and many people had begun to brush their teeth (maybe not all 1,600 people on bo…ard, but at least those in the first and second class). Second, toothpaste was usually held in special porcelain jars, and thirdly, they were collectables (especially the lids, which were either hand-painted, or transfer-printed, for thre cheaper version). (MORE)

Toothpaste is an essential to having healthy teeth and fresh breath. With the exception of baby toothpaste, almost all toothpastes sold in the United States have fluoride-even… natural brands. Fluoride is a chemical compound that has been added to the water, toothpaste, and mouthwash to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. However, fluoride is very dangerous and toxic to the system. It is not especially beneficial and many question its safety. Store-bought toothpastes also contain sulfates or glycerin-including natural ones. Here is a recipe for a natural toothpaste that truly is natural.First, make sure that the area you will be working on is cleaned well. Wipe the counter with antibacterial spray or even just with lemon juice and water.To make your natural toothpaste you will need: * half a cup of organic coconut oil * 2 1/2 tablespoons of baking soda * stevia powder * 15 drops of flavored essential oil (think cinnamon or mint) You can add other extracts if you wish to improve the flavor. Grapefruit seed and orange extract are popular.You can either purchase stevia packets or ground your own stevia leaf. If you ground your own then the toothpaste will be green. If you purchase stevia powder, purchase the most natural stevia you can find. The stevia is used as a sweetener and does not contribute to tooth decay like sugar does.Coconut oil is a solid at room temperature. It will need to be softened to mix in the other ingredients. This can be done in a saucepan on the stove or a few seconds in the microwave.All of the ingredients can be mixed into the coconut oil together and stirred with a spoon. If the oil is melted, you will have to continue mixing as it cools or the baking soda will separate.It is important to taste the mixture to make sure it does not need any more sweetener or flavoring. You can add more of both if need be. If you are making it for the family, you may want to have them try it before it hardens and is stored.Unlike tube toothpastes, this will need to be stored in a glass jar. Each person in the household should have their own jar-you wouldn't all share the same toothbrush, right? Label the jars with a marker or label maker.Evenly distribute the toothpaste into the glass jars. If desired, each person can choose their own flavor and it can be mixed within the jars. When not in use, seal the jars to avoid contamination.The toothpaste will have to cool completely before you can use it. The coconut oil will re-harden but may not be completely solid due to the added essential oils.Using your new, natural toothpaste is easy. All you have to do is scrape your toothbrush along the toothpaste to get some on your toothbrush. Brush like normal and spit. Unlike fluoride toothpastes, it is not harmful should you swallow your homemade toothpaste. The spitting is just to remove the germs, plaque, and food from your mouth.Oral health is very important but the chemicals in many store bought toothpastes can be toxic. Companies claim that the benefits of these chemicals compounds outweigh the risks, but many disagree. Making your own natural toothpaste is easy and requires very few ingredients. The best part is that you get to choose your own flavor and everyone in the family can have something different.The United States is one of the only developed countries who fluoridate their water. In fact, none of Western Europe fluoridates the water. Despite this, tooth decay has decreased all over the world, indicating that fluoride is not the reason for the decline in tooth decay.(MORE)

The two primary ways to kick start a new lawn are to lay sod or plant grass seed. Sod is an expensive, yet complete way to install a new lawn. Laying grass seed is cheaper but… takes a little more work. Evaluate your budget and your DIY know-how to make the best decision for your new lawn.Sod is truly an "instant lawn." Sod comes in rolls of already established grass, complete with topsoil and root structure. Installers simply unroll the sod in strips, and your lawn is thick and ready to grow. For the best sod installation experience, make sure the sod is cut and installed on the same day. Never buy a roll of sod from a big-box store since it has likely been stored for a day or two. You can have difficulty getting even day-old sod to root.Sod lawns require some elbow grease to prep the bare dirt. Tasks that you have to complete prior to sod installation include weed removal, leveling of the dirt and roughing up the dirt with a rake. After the installation, sod requires frequent watering and is extremely vulnerable to disease. Finally, sod installation is quite expensive when compared to regular grass seed. Expect to pay up to one dollar per square foot with additional costs for professional installation.Laying grass seed has one huge advantage over sod - the cost difference. While sod costs up to one dollar per square foot, laying grass seed costs around one cent per square foot. That's a huge difference and is the primary reason many homeowners choose grass seed. Even though it takes longer to germinate and grow, a grass seed lawn looks just as great as a sod lawn once it gets established.Expect a ton of work. With sod, prepping the soil and rolling out the sod is all it takes. With grass seed, you must prep the soil, spread the seed, spread a starter fertilizer, top it with straw or mulch and water frequently. Even with all this work, the lawn may still have bare spots and thin spots due to the random nature of grass germination. You may have to follow up with a few rounds of overseeding to thicken the new lawn.Sod and grass seed are two excellent methods for starting new lawns. While the result is a little more polished with sod, you pay the price for the convenience and "instant" nature of the lawn. If you have a smaller budget but a bigger stomach for hard work, try grass seed for a cheaper lawn that can look just as great.While seeding your lawn with grass is ideally done in spring or fall, you can install sod turf almost any time of year as long as the ground isn't frozen or overly dry. Always unroll sod as soon as you bring it home because the temperature within the rolled sod builds to a point where it is lethal to the grass.(MORE)

Sod landscaping creates beautiful new lawns in just hours, and it is completely possible to landscape your own lawn with sod to save on the costs of professional installation.… With these simple steps, you can use sod landscaping to create a lawn that is the envy of the neighborhood.Multiply the length of your yard by the width to find the square footage. Order this many square feet of sod, as well as a little extra to fill in problem areas.Use a shovel to dig out weeds and roots, or purchase a grass killer to spray on the area. The chemical takes longer to work, but it saves your back from hours of digging. Regardless of the method you choose, the lawn must be clear of any old grass or weeds before you lay the sod.Churn up the dirt to a depth of 4 to 6 inches using a tiller. After you turn up all the soil, drag a rake over the top until it is smooth and level. This is also a good time to level your yard, if you like, by moving some of the dirt from higher areas to lower-lying areas.Find a straight edge such as a driveway or sidewalk, and begin laying the sod along that edge. Unroll each piece in a straight line making sure to stay exactly next to the other pieces without overlapping. It is important to stagger the ends of the rolls so as to avoid having one seam across the whole yard. Imagine laying bricks in a patio, and lay the sod accordingly.You should water new sod within 30 minutes of installation, and be sure to water it once or twice daily for several weeks. If this task is too time consuming, consider installing a sprinkler system before placing the sod.Give the sod 2 to 3 weeks to root to your lawn. During this time be sure to water the sod regularly. When you are sure the sod has put down roots you can begin mowing the sod as you do regular grass.After all the hard work of installing a new sod lawn, it is time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Have some friends over, or simply pour a lemonade and sit on your front porch to admire your fabulous and cost-effective new landscaping.Sod landscaping creates beautiful new lawns in just hours, and it is completely possible to landscape your own lawn with sod to save on the costs of professional installation.Lay your sod within 24 hours of receiving your order. Waiting longer, especially in dry or hot climates, may endanger the health of your sod.(MORE)

One quick way to achieve a beautiful yard is to lay sod. Although it is more expensive than planting seeds, using sod reaps swift results. According to This Old House, enough …sod to cover a 1,000-square-foot yard costs around 400 dollars. You can install it throughout most of the year, but laying sod in spring is the most common choice.Before you place your new sod, go over your soil to remove any weeds and rocks. Use a tiller to break up the soil, then spread a layer of starter fertilizer over it. Add around 1 1/2 inches of either compost, soil conditioner or manure, making sure to till it into the earth. Finally, rake the soil so that it is level.Decide where to position your initial strip of sod; a long area next to your driveway or along a fence is a good place. Then, unroll the strip, dampen it with water and smooth it out over the soil. Go down the length of the sod, pressing it into the ground as you proceed.Often, just one length of sod is too short to fill an entire row of space. In such a case, insert a second roll with its end pressing against the end of your first strip but not overlapping it. Moving inward row by row, add more sod to the remainder of your lawn. Keep multiple ends from lining up by staggering their lengths.Sometimes, a standard strip of sod is the wrong size to fit in a particular space, such as near a tree or at the very end of a row. In those instances, trim the sod into the proper shape with a utility knife to provide an appropriate fit.For your sod to grow properly, it is important for it to have good contact with the soil. If there are any air pockets, the sod may not receive sufficient moisture and can die. Go over the entire surface with a lawn roller to push the sod firmly against the soil.As soon as your sod is in place, water it thoroughly to a depth of about 8 inches. Continue to water it for about every 10 minutes every day over the next two weeks, then switch to a weekly watering schedule.Beautify your property by laying sod in spring. Installing the sod at this time of year gives you a lush-looking lawn right after winter within a minimal amount of time.Wait at least 10 days before you mow your freshly sodden lawn. Set your mower height to take a third of the grass blade at a maximum. Do not use a lawn rake; this will pull up the loosely held sod.Beautify your property by laying sod in spring. Installing the sod at this time of year gives you a lush-looking lawn right after winter within a minimal amount of time.(MORE)

You want to have a lush, green lawn. Think about planting sod grass instead of seeding your yard. The best reason to plant sod is instant gratification. Planting sod grass may… be the kick-start your lawn needs.Sod is mature, so you do not have to wait for it to grow. Once the ground is stripped of weeds and old grass, the sod is rolled out into place. Sod is perfect for poor soils and brand new lawns. This is a no-hassle solution that results in an instant lawn.For the first few weeks, sod needs frequent watering until the roots are established. After that, your new lawn requires very little attention. Sod grass usually does not require any weeding.The initial cost of buying the sod is higher than buying grass seed, but, you save money in the long run. Sod requires no herbicides, insecticides or fertilizer to help it grow. Once the sod is established, you may be pleasantly surprised to find that you spend less money on water.With seed and straw, you have mud. Your children and your pets track it in the house and create a mess until the seeds grow into grass. When it rains, your yard inevitably has water runoff and ruts that you must to fill to avoid having a bumpy yard. Sod gives you a nice, smooth lawn your family can enjoy.When you weigh the differences between planting sod grass and seed, the sod grass makes more sense. The initial cost may be a little higher, but when you factor in all the other considerations, it becomes evident that planting sod grass is the better deal. When you use sod, you and your family can enjoy your new lawn instantly.Sod is even more cost-efficient for properties with a high risk of erosion. Grass seed may seem inexpensive, but if it washes away with the next rainfall, then your money is wasted.(MORE)

Sodding a new lawn is a fast, easy way to lay a high-quality lawn. Compared to grass seed, sodding creates an "instant" lawn without having to wait for seed to germinate. Foll…ow these steps to sod a new lawn.The key here is to remove the roots. The easiest way to do so with minimal digging is to apply a herbicide, wait for the weeds and grass to die, and then dig them all out with a rake or shovel.Test the soil's pH level. Lawns thrive with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Add lime treatment to get the pH into the sweet spot for new lawns. Break up the soil with a tiller to prepare for laying the sod.Apply a starter fertilizer to give the new sod a great jumpstart. This fertilizer is high in phosphorus and helps attain fast, healthy growth for the new lawn. Mix in some compost as well to condition the soil. Use a tiller to mix the compost and fertilizer into the loosened soil.Use a rake to help level out the tilled soil. Remove rocks and debris that you don't want in your lawn. If you notice any low spots, grade them out so that water won't pool in your new lawn. Roll the surface with a commercial roller.Unspool the sod, starting at the edges of the lawn. Work toward the middle by laying a strip on each side in alternating fashion. Stagger the ends as if laying brickwork. Try to avoid lining up the end seams. Raise low sod with a batch of topsoil.Once the sod is laid out, use the heavy roller to finish off the sod. This helps level the sod and contact it with your freshly prepared soil. Water heavily to finish the job.Laying sod offers a nearly "instant" lawn you can enjoy immediately after installation. Take the time to prepare the soil and water faithfully as your new lawn becomes the envy of the neighborhood.A properly installed sod lawn needs less maintenance during its first year than a seeded lawn. Sod is more resistant to weeds than a seeded lawn in the early phases of growth, which reduces the time you need to spend applying herbicide.A newly sodded lawn needs time to establish itself before it receives heavy foot traffic. Try to avoid walking across the wet sod right after it is laid down and avoid any heavy lateral movement, such as running on the lawn, for about a month to six weeks.(MORE)

1st Answerthey had none 2nd AnswerWhen I saw this quesition, I thought the above answer was right, but I like to check, so I looked for a source. It turns out that tooth…paste was used in Ancient Egypt, was used throughout the Islamic world during the Middle Ages, and was put into popular use in medieval Spain. We do not have much in the way of records of toothpaste in the rest of Europe, but that does not mean it was not used. There is a link below. (MORE)

Toothpaste was being used in 500 BC in both China and India. modern toothpastes however, were developed in the 1800s. A dentist named Peabody was the first person to add soap …to toothpaste In 1824. The addition chalk as an ingredient to toothpaste was first thought of by John Harris In the 1850s and in 1873, Colgate mass-produced the first toothpaste in a jar. (MORE)

It started in India and China way before the 1800s, in which time, 1824, a dentist named Peabody was the first person to make tooth paste with soap in it. John Harris first ad…ded chalk as an ingredient to toothpaste in the 1850s. In 1873, Colgate mass-produced the first toothpaste in a jar. In 1892, Dr. Washington Sheffield of Connecticut manufactured toothpaste into a collapsible tube. The earliest known reference to a toothpaste is in a manuscript from Egypt in the 4th century A.D., which prescribes a mixture of powdered salt, pepper, mint leaves, and iris flowers. Many early toothpaste formulations were based on urine. However, toothpastes or powders did not come into general use until the 19th century. (MORE)